Software Engineer, Senior / Fayetteville, NC

Job ID: 717866BR Date posted: Feb. 12, 2026 Description:Lockheed Martin’s SOF GLSS Team, the leading provider of a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance and sustainment services is seeking a Software Engineer to join the SOF GLSS team in Fayetteville, NC. The candidate will perform classified duties supporting multiple Special Operations groups. What You Will Be DoingAs the Software Engineer your responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • Plans, conducts, and coordinates MS SQL development activities. Designs, develops, documents, database architecture for new and existing software applications. • Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. • Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be designed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used. • Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition.• #mfcvetsWhy Join UsDo you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. This position supports our Special Operations Forces - Global Logistics Support Services contract, which is the U.S. Special Operations Command's (USSOCOM) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services. Learn more about SOF GLSS here.This position is located in Fayetteville, NC Discover Fayetteville MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is in direct support of a U.S. government contract that requires a company-sponsored clearance to start.Basic Qualifications:Expertise in at least one major language:Java, Python, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, C++, Ruby Clean code practices (SOLID, DRY, KISS)Data structures & algorithms(arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs, hashing, sorting, dynamic programming)B. System Design & ArchitectureDesigning scalable, distributed systemsUnderstanding of load balancing, caching, queuesDesigning RESTful APIs and/or GraphQLMicroservices architectureC. DatabasesSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server)NoSQL (MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis)Query optimization & schema designD. Cloud & DevOps FundamentalsExperience with at least one cloud platform:AWS, Azure, GCPCI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI)Containerization and orchestration:Desired Skills:A. Advanced System DesignEvent-driven architecturesDistributed computing principles(consistency, partitioning, fault tolerance)Experience with high-scale systems (millions of users)B. DevOps & InfrastructureInfrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation)Logging, monitoring, observability(Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog)C. Security KnowledgeSecure coding practices (OWASP)Identity & access management (OAuth, JWT)D. Frontend Knowledge (full-stack roles)React, Angular, VueUI performance optimizationE. AI/ML or Data Engineering ExposureMachine learning basics or pipelinesData streaming frameworks (Kafka, Kinesis)F. Performance & OptimizationProfiling tools(Perf, Jaeger, Chrome DevTools, JProfiler)Database performance tuningSoft Skills Expected at Senior LevelOwnership mindsetConflict resolution & team supportPrioritization and roadmap planningAbility to work cross-functionally (QA, Product, UX)Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level: Top SecretOther Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.Schedule for this Position: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leaderLockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.Experience Level: Experienced ProfessionalBusiness Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CTRL (S0806)Relocation Available: PossibleCareer Area: SecurityType: Task Order/IDIQShift: First

Created: 2026-02-16